YEREVAN. – There is a risk of resumption of military actions in Karabakh. Political scientist Alexander. Markarov said this during a meeting with journalists.

According to him, a new escalation of tension is possible given Azerbaijan's dire economic situation due to falling oil prices. In his opinion, this could push Baku toward a new provocation aimed at diverting local public attention.

"However, even despite the purchase of new weapons by Azerbaijan, Azerbaijan is unable to achieve like before its goals of priority toward the Armenian side," the analyst explained, noting that this is why Baku continues to participate in the negotiation process to resolve the Karabakh conflict.